Google is two devices deep in a quest to deliver its vision of what a mobile device should be, while pushing the envelope forward as far as specifications and collaboration is concerned. BGR has exclusively learned that Google’s next Nexus device, possibly called the Nexus 4G, is going to be an absolute beast. We have been told that the Google Nexus 4G will feature a next-generation dual-core 1.2GHz or 1.5GHz CPU, and contrary to reports about it featuring an NVIDIA Kal-El processor, our source indicates it’s most likely an OMAP 4460 or a, ultra low-power 28nmKrait-based Snapdragon. The display is said to be a 720p HD “monster-sized” screen, and it won’t feature physical Android menu buttons below the screen anymore — everything will be software-based. More after the break.

Additionally, we can expect a 4G LTE radio, 1GB of RAM, 1080p HD video capture and playback, a 1-megapixel front-facing camera, and a 5-megapixel rear camera. The 5-megapixel camera, however, is said to be an advanced 5-megapixel sensor delivering class-leading image quality in addition to superior low-light performance. The Google Nexus 4G will run Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) and hold everything together in an ultra-thin package. We were told that Google is aiming to make the phone available around Thanksgiving, and our source couldn’t confirm a carrier, leading us to believe this might be one of the first AT&T 4G LTE smartphones. It’s also possible that this device will just be the flagship/reference Ice Cream Sandwich device — just like the Motorola DROID and Motorola XOOM were for Android 2.0 and Android 3.0, respectively — and not a Google Nexus-branded product, so we’ll have to wait and see. In either case, this sounds like an incredible phone regardless of what label is under the dress.

uh oh better start saving then coz this is gonna be my next phone. i’ve been sticking with the nexus line. my vote’s on samsung but they tend to save the best for their galaxy lines instead of gearing up the nexus s as it deserves. just give me a higher ram and i’ll be happy.

NexusNumberOne

GIMMEE GIMMEE GIMMEE I NEED IT I WANT IT I GOTTA HAVE IT

http://profiles.google.com/johnsexyelder John elder

So….as I ponder getting the Galaxy S2 (attain)…..this will come out a few months later….*sigh

Just another spec jump. That’s good enough for a reference platform, but not for a technology benchmark. Honestly, I’d expect Google to swing for the fences a bit more here. Something with a transforming or clamshell form factor like Kyocera’s Echo, and then made “right” with ICS’s lack of hardware buttons, NFC, facial/environmental camera doings, etc. would be more befitting a “Nexus” badge. What’s suggested here is merely a development board. For consumers or even carriers to get excited over this, at this stage in mobile, is a bit stupid.

Guest

You’re right on. The specs are on par with the HTC Sensation or the Samsung Galaxy II, two phones that are already in the market. The Nexus 3 would be a me-too follower, not a cutting edge leader. Move along…nothing to see here.

Anonymous

do they have a 720p hd display? No

Anonymous

Just another spec jump with an entire new OS.

Rosek79

I want. Make it $500-$600 without contract too! When is it coming to vzw?

Anonymous

When VZW allows non branded phones on their system.

IPwn

iPhone is unbranded

Anonymous

Uh, its the iPhone,,,,nuff said.

Like it or not the iPhone is still no. 1 to the average consumer, pissing off Steve Jobs just for a Verizon app would have cost the CEO a pinky Yakuza style. When you have proved hardware that will sell millions and keep people on your carrier you make exceptions.

http://twitter.com/BeanTNT Bean

samsung? tmobile? mine!

Enikfox

You forgot to add “amazing” to the tags.

http://profiles.google.com/someinternetdude Internet Dude

AT&T or Verizon no thanks, there data caps would render the phone useless in two to three days.

http://about.me/jaowens Jordan Owens

They’re going to rely on AT&T?

Anonymous

Being a LTE phone I hope they don’t go AT&T. Much rather see it on Verizon. Just do not trust AT&T management with all the crap they pull. I have both Nexus phones and would absolutely kill for the next Nexus phone on Verizon’s LTE Network.

Anonymous

Looks exactly like the Samsung Focus if you take off the branding & softkeys it has on the bottom. These phone companies need to stop recycling all their bodies.

Thomas Schwartz

Thats a picture of a Nexus S….not the next Nexus

Anonymous

Ahhh…I see. Either way Sammy & HTC seem to recycle their bodies too often. I stand by that statement!

Andrew_3

Yes! Thank you google. This will be my next phone without a doubt. Really excited.

Rickja123

Why would it be ATT LTE? its only going to be in 15 cities this year and verizon would half a well established lte network by the end of this year

Anonymous

Is that Fur? I hope its artificial …

Anonymous

Monster-size screen,….I hope that doesn’t mean some ridiculous 4.7-5″ screen. 4″ with 720p would be amazing.

Andrew

And I’m the sad soul waiting out for a blackberry 9900 thats going to be hardware dated by a long shot by the time it ever comes out :(

Muffin

For the love of god please dont go with AT&T. They are such a shit carrier.

Steve Hillshire

Android good!! Apple bad!!!

http://twitter.com/WiFi_N Kevin

I hope a WiMax (Sprint!) version premiers around the same time.

Alex

Android 4.0? I think you mean 2.4

Anonymous

Alright here’s my plan… save money… buy Skyrim and then this phone.

http://twitter.com/harperlieblich Harper Lieblich

720p? As in progressive? Vs interlaced? Is that even necessary? I can’t think of any phones that have interlaced screens.

And is that 720px on the long side or the short side? cause if that’s the short side it would beat the iPhone’s retina display by 80px.

Tallperson117

OH GYOSHH! I’m getting ready to get a new phone and I’d love this on Verizon, I want to get a phone now tho, idk if I should wait tho :/ Anybody have any good recommendations for a good phone on Verizon? Maybe coming out soon, preferably a dual core